A member asked:

Thumb caught in car door +- 6 days ago. swollen redness behind nail. currently overseas. should i take antibiotics? can only see dr in 5-7 days

A doctor has provided 1 answer

NO: If not allergic to NSAIDS, I suggest use of anti inflammatory meds like aleve or Advil. Unfortunately, if there is blood trapped under the nail causing what looks like a bad black and blue mark, it is too late to evacuate the blood. Infection is possible but rare. Requires an exam and direct observation.

Answered 6/18/2019

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